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The top-performing community banks of 2021

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Genesee Regional Bank. Philip Pecora, president and CEO, Genesee Regional Bank. Genesee Regional Bank. Philip Pecora, president and CEO Genesee Regional Bank. Q: Why has Genesee Regional Bank succeeded? A: We have been fortunate to develop deep partnerships with some great fintechs. First Bank. Burkburnett.

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Across the pond, estimates Innovate Finance and Pitchbook, the B2B FinTech market has gotten nearly half of all FinTech funding in the European Union through the past year. The European Union is also gearing up to promote new, continent-wide mandates that would promote FinTech growth and investments, especially post-Brexit.

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Efficiency now: 8 smart strategy tips

Independent Banker

Recruiting is easier in some regions than others. Forge partnerships, especially with fintechs. Elizabeth Judd is a writer in Maryland. His point, one echoed by several community bankers and financial service consultants, is that talent is something banks need to cultivate today so they are prepared for future challenges.

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